Dog Friendly Nova Scotia

There are 779 pet friendly hotels in Nova Scotia. You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels, vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds in Nova Scotia below.

The Westin Nova Scotian

Halifax

The Westin Nova Scotian Pet Policy

The Westin Nova Scotian is pet-friendly! Two pets up to 40 lbs are welcome for no additional fee. Both dogs and cats are accepted. Four-legged guests may not be left in rooms unattended and are not permitted in Harbor-View rooms. Guests traveling with pets are assigned to rooms on the second and third floors. Dog beds, bowls and treats are available. A park is located in front of the hotel, and waste bags are provided. For same day arrivals, please call 877-411-3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.

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$124

No Pet Fee

Small Dogs Only

2+ Pets Allowed

2-Bedroom Renovated School House on Lake

Bras dor Lake

2-Bedroom Renovated School House on Lake Pet Policy

This 2-bedroom vacation rental in Cape Dauphin allows pets of any size for a fee of $78.52/stay, plus the standard cleaning fee of $59.66/stay.

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$116

+ Pet Fee

Big Dogs Allowed

2+ Pets Allowed

Old Orchard Inn & Spa

Wolfville

Old Orchard Inn & Spa Pet Policy

Old Orchard Inn & Spa allows two dogs up to 80 lbs for an additional fee of CAD 25 per stay. Guests traveling with dogs will be assigned to rooms on the ground floor. Dogs are also allowed in cabins. Dogs may be left in the room unattended, but must be crated to receive housekeeping services. There are grassy areas for pet relief on the property. Cats are not permitted. For same day arrivals, please call 877-411-3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.

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$103

+ Pet Fee

Big Dogs Allowed

2+ Pets Allowed

Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner. There are 6 dog friendly restaurants in Nova Scotia. A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in Nova Scotia that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!

Uncommon Grounds

Halifax

Uncommon Grounds

Uncommon Grounds offers a variety of coffee drinks, teas, baked goods, and pastries. Front sidewalk tables welcome dogs.

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Dockside Restaurant

Digby

Dockside Restaurant

Excellent dock side restaurant with view of the fishing boats. You can sit at the picnic tables with your dog. Have a cold beer and great scallops. Kids can have smoothies and the waitress will bring your dog a bucket of water. Typical Nova Scotia hospitality. Upstairs is the Fundy Restaurant. Same food but more expensive

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Cabot Shores Bistro

Indian Brook

Cabot Shores Bistro

Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort on Cape Breton has a restaurant open to the public. Menu offers Nova Scotia seafood, wood-fired steak, and vegetarian/vegan options. Deck seating is open June-October and is dog friendly.

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Get out and play! There are 21 dog friendly activities in Nova Scotia. You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours, stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" in Nova Scotia below.

Point Pleasant Park

Halifax

Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park is one of Halifax Regional Municipality's great civic spaces. It is the largest forested park on the Halifax peninsula and offers fine views of the Atlantic Ocean. It is also one of about 7 off leash parks for dogs in the HRM - and the oldest dog park in Halifax. There is an off leash part and a "no-dogs at all after 10am" part, so consult the well marked signage inside the park.

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Sunshine Beach

Queensland

Sunshine Beach

Sunshine Beach is pet-friendly. The northern end of this beach is a great place to bring your pooch. The chilled beachfront village of Sunshine Beach provides respite from the hot sun and is perfect for a relaxing beach holiday. Take a coastal wander from Noosa Heads to the beach to get some exercise first. Sunshine Beach is the start of a 15km stretch of open beaches with surf breaks and plenty of white sand.

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ElderDog Canada

Rose Bay

ElderDog Canada

Travellers and their canine companions are welcome to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the home of ElderDog Canada close to Lunenburg and Rose Bay in Nova Scotia?s picturesque Lunenburg County. Walk trails through field and forest, swim in the sheltered cove, have a picnic by the shore. No fee. Donations to ElderDog Canada appreciated. **Day visits only. No washroom facilities. Please call ahead: 1-855-336-4226**

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Dartmouth Crossing

Dartmouth

Dartmouth Crossing

Dartmouth Crossing is a shopping center with a difference, lots of their stores are dog-friendly. Many stores at Dartmouth Crossing welcome leashed, well-behaved pets inside. Just look for the “Pet Friendly Store” decals on the front door to see if Fido is allowed inside. Pets must be kept leashed or in carriers and kept under control by their owners. The stores at Dartmouth Crossing that allow pets are: Addition-Elle, Aldo, Banana Republic Factory Store, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Best Buy, Canadian Tire, Chatters Salon, cleo, Coconut Creek, ecko unltd, Gap Factory Store, Golf Town, Kent Building Supplies, La Vie En Rose, Life Salon Spa, Marshalls, Michaels, Payless Shoes, Pet Smart, Pier1 Imports, Pro Hockey Life, Pseudio, Reitmans, Roots 73, Samsonite, SellOffVacations.com, Sport Chek, Staples, Stokes, Structube, Suzy Shier, Take It Outside, Tommy Hilfiger, Wicker Emporium, and UBreakiFix. Dartmouth Crossing is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 9pm, Saturday from 9:30am to 9pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 5pm.

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Sherbrooke Village

Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke Village

Dogs are welcome in the streets and in buildings in this historical re-enactment village. Sherbrooke Village depicts a typical Nova Scotian village from 1860 to pre-WW1. With approximately 80 buildings, over 25 of those open to the public, most with costumed interpreters, it is the largest Nova Scotia Museum site. Sherbrooke Village is open June 5 to September 24 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.

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When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens. Luckily, there are 13 dog friendly pet services in Nova Scotia that can help you out with poop bags (or anything else you may need). You'll find information on the most popular pet stores, pet sitters, trainers, groomers, and other pet businesses in Nova Scotia below.

DogRunnin EXERCISE FOR URBAN DOGS

Halifax

DogRunnin EXERCISE FOR URBAN DOGS

An alternative to traditional dog walking and pet sitting. At DogRunnin we specialize in helping you and your dog maintain an exercise routine that will enable your family to experience peace of mind as your dog experiences both mental & physical relief. Proper exercise for your dog will not only improve the quality of their physical health; curbing weight gain, improving muscle tone and addressing hyper activity, it can also improve the quality of the mental health; addressing behavioral issues, relieving stress and anxiety, or general boredom. Our services and packages enable your family to enjoy your vacation with your dog along.

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Camp Bow Wow Dartmouth - HRM

Dartmouth

Camp Bow Wow Dartmouth - HRM

Offering Dartmouth / Halifax dog daycare and boarding. We separate the dogs into our indoor / outdoor play yards based on their size, temperament and play style where they socialize and play with other dogs all day long. We keep a high staff to dog ratio and our camp counselors are certified in dog behavior and pet first aid. Boarding dogs participate in our dog daycare program at no additional charge and are only in their spacious cabins for meals and bedtime. Watch your dog play on our camper cams at www.campbowwow.com/hrm . Stop by anytime for a tour, we’re sure you’ll love what you see!

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Paws With Laws Dog Obedience Training

Harrietsfield

Paws With Laws Dog Obedience Training

Certified dog trainer serving HRM. Specializing in positive reinforcement methods. Offering group and private classes.

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